Visibility and Road Hazards

The P-19 sign warns of a slippery road surface. What should you do when you see it?

Question image: The P-19 sign warns of a slippery road surface. What should you do when you see
  • Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres
  • B Accelerate to cross the area quickly
  • C Brake hard before the area
  • D Keep your speed and change nothing

Why this is the correct answer

Faced with a slippery surface you must reduce speed and avoid sudden braking and manoeuvres, since tyre grip is lower and the risk of skidding increases.

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